<p><em>The salary range for this position is $75,000-$95,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>We are offering an opportunity for an Analyst based in Chicago, Illinois. The role involves the preparation and review of master lease and loan agreements, facilitating communications between various parties, and resolving documentation issues promptly. This position requires strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with associates and clients.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Review and prepare loan and lease documents, ensuring their accuracy and timeliness</p><p>• Act as the primary point of contact between Documentation Manager, Regional Sales Manager/Sales Associate, Customers, Internal Groups, and Vendors for transaction status updates and problem resolution.</p><p>• Establish and nurture strong relationships with Sales Associates and Customers, addressing their inquiries and concerns efficiently.</p><p>• Coordinate with suppliers regarding invoice-funding status, purchase order and account reconciliation.</p><p>• Manage pending files meticulously, including documentation, UCC’s, insurance and follow-ups for UCC, titles, and other documents.</p><p>• Validate the economics of transactions, tailored to the specifications and requirements of each transaction.</p><p>• Handle the processing and booking of lease and loan transactions on the lease & loan servicing system for funding.</p><p>• Assemble loan and lease packages, verifying calculations, rates, signatures, and dates on each document, preparing document checklists, obtaining subordination agreements, and filing UCC financing statements.</p><p>• Confirm that all documents are complete and ready prior to funding.</p><p>• Undertake additional projects as assigned by the Manager.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $75,000-$95,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Financial planning and analysis position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.</p><p><br></p><p>1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees</p><p>2) They have higher bonus structures</p><p>3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.</p><p>4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)</p><p>5) And more…</p><p><br></p><p><strong>ROLE OVERVIEW</strong></p><ul><li>Assist in building a best-in-class FP&A and Reporting process by developing, standardizing, maintaining and driving continuous improvement of all financial tools and planning processes</li><li>Develop deep understanding of the underlying operations and drivers for the budgets. Assist in the annual budgeting process including guidelines, systems and tools, change tracking and review and approval</li><li>Collaborate with the team regarding system enhancements, and maintenance of Adaptive Insights/Workday, the company's budgeting & forecasting tool</li><li>Maintain executive leadership reporting</li><li>Support Management Accounting team for reporting needs</li><li>Track financial results that will deliver insight and recommendations to our executive leadership for strategic and operational planning decisions</li><li>Contribute to the consolidation and analysis of management reporting results, monthly forecasts, and quarterly updates for senior leadership</li><li>Collaborate internally with other departments to strategize, troubleshoot issues, and support any needs they may have.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $115,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>The Portfolio Data & Analytics team is responsible for ongoing portfolio company performance monitoring and analysis, FP&A and complex financial modeling, valuing the investment positions in each of the firm’s portfolio companies, and content creation and analysis supporting investor relations. The Reporting Assurance Analyst will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all external investor communications, including LP emails, press releases, and quarterly investor presentations. This process entails building out supporting documentation that is easily traceable and orderly. While the primary focus will be on compliance and documentation for investor communications, the role will also support the broader functions of the Portfolio Data & Analytics team. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities: </strong></p><p>• Help prepare various presentations and supporting analyses for the firm’s most critical investor meetings, including the annual meeting, semi-annual advisory board meetings and investor conference calls</p><p>• Ensure all external communications are accurate and compliant with regulatory standards</p><p>• Develop and maintain detailed supporting documentation and tie-out work for investor communications</p><p>• Collaborate with investment teams and senior leadership to verify data and content accuracy</p><p>• Assist the Investor Relations team with fundraising and diligence requests from LPs and prospective LPs</p><p>• Support the broader Portfolio Data & Analytics team ensure accuracy on various quarterly and ad hoc outputs</p><p><em>Other responsibilities and opportunities: </em></p><p>• Continually evaluate possible new technology solutions and propose process revisions to assist in data aggregation as the firm continues to expand portfolio investments in both number and complexity</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Inventory Clerk to support maintenance and inventory activities within our manufacturing operation near South Chicago, Illinois. This position helps keep materials, parts, and records organized so maintenance work can move forward efficiently and in line with operational and safety expectations. The ideal candidate is comfortable balancing administrative tasks, inventory accuracy, vendor communication, and documentation in a fast-paced industrial setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage maintenance-related work orders in the company’s CMMS, ensuring requests for repairs, parts and services are accurately processed </p><p>• Track scheduled preventive maintenance activity </p><p>• Communicate with suppliers to confirm part availability</p><p>• Partner with multiple departments to assure workflow is seamless </p><p>• Maintain organized and accurate inventory records for spare parts, fluids, consumables, and maintenance supplies, and coordinate restocking when levels run low</p><p>• Enter and maintain inventory data in maintenance systems</p><p>• Verify equipment usage and asset hour data to help keep preventive maintenance schedules accurate and ensure maintenance costs are assigned correctly</p><p>• Support documentation readiness for audits, inspections, regulatory requirements, and safety programs while maintaining clear maintenance records and files.</p><p>• Work closely with technicians, site leadership, and corporate maintenance partners to support daily operations, meetings, and department priorities.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an on-site role with an annual salary ranging between 48K-52K and benefits including medical, dental, and health insurance and 401K. </p><p>Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI software to find you great job and candidate matches faster.</p><p><br></p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $60,000-$70,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>The Regional Finance Analyst role is meant to oversee the Financial operations of the Central Region and partner with the local offices within the region to promote consistency and smooth workflow and expedited AR, AP and reporting functions.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Essential duties and responsibilities</strong></p><p>• Partner with our centralized accounting team to book and reconcile journal entries</p><p>• Month-end & Quarterly Close: prepare, format, and provide variance analysis on financial reports, maintain broker balances and other tasks as needed</p><p>• Assist in budgeting and forecasting process</p><p>• Prepare commission calculations each pay period to be submitted to the Regional Finance Manager</p><p>• Submit tickets to the centralized accounting team to create invoices</p><p>• Salesforce maintenance: track the deals and pipeline for forecasting; ensure all calculations and data entries are correct; Organize necessary documents, contracts, and agreements to support commission invoicing</p><p>• Suggest changes or improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency; provide broker support as needed</p><p>• Assist the Finance and Operations Director with special projects as needed</p>
<p>• Manage a large portfolio of customers from Fortune 500 down to small 1-2 person operations</p><p>• Ability to set a credit limit based on financials, trades, credit insurance recommendations, and D&B</p><p>• Calling on past due regardless of size</p><p>• Releasing orders from hold</p><p>• Escalating issues to sales and customer service</p><p>• Ability to speak on regional calls with sales team on credit issues for their customers</p><p>• Provide weekly reports to manager on call progress</p><p><br></p><p>The hourly pay range for this position is $31.25 to $34.62/hour. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Credit Analyst to join a wholesale distribution organization in Addison, Illinois on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This role is ideal for someone who can balance sound credit judgment with strong collections follow-through while supporting a diverse customer base ranging from large national accounts to small businesses. The position involves reviewing account risk, helping keep orders moving appropriately, and partnering with internal teams to resolve customer credit concerns in a timely manner.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee a broad customer portfolio that includes both major corporate accounts and smaller independent businesses, applying consistent credit review practices across varying levels of complexity.</p><p>• Evaluate financial information, trade references, credit bureau data, and insurance guidance to determine appropriate account exposure and establish credit limits.</p><p>• Conduct outreach on delinquent balances of all sizes, taking prompt action to address overdue receivables and encourage payment resolution.</p><p>• Review held transactions and authorize order releases when account status and risk conditions support shipment approval.</p><p>• Raise unresolved account concerns to sales and customer service partners to help address disputes, payment issues, or service-related obstacles.</p><p>• Participate in regional discussions with sales teams to communicate account risk, collections status, and credit-related matters affecting customers.</p><p>• Prepare and share weekly updates for leadership summarizing collection activity, customer follow-up efforts, and progress against outstanding balances.</p><p><br></p><p>The hourly pay range for this position is $31.25 to $34.62/hour. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
Skillset/Qualifications:<br>3+ years of Business Analyst experience<br>Experience with requirements gathering and backlog management<br>Familiarity with Jira or similar tools<br>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills<br>Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery environments<br><br>Preferred:<br><br>Background in financial services<br>Experience with AML (Anti-Money Laundering) or financial crime initiatives<br>Exposure to transaction monitoring systems<br>Experience with financial crime or compliance-related platforms (nice to have)
We are looking for a Data Security Analyst to support and strengthen email and messaging security operations for a Contract position based in Chicago, Illinois. This role focuses on protecting the organization from phishing, malware, impersonation, and other email-borne threats while improving the reliability and security of mail delivery. The ideal candidate brings deep experience with Proofpoint, hybrid messaging environments, and user-focused security practices, along with the ability to communicate clearly across technical and non-technical teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Investigate and resolve complex email security and delivery issues, including routing failures, encryption challenges, quarantine events, and user-reported security concerns.<br>• Review dashboards, system logs, and alert activity to identify and respond to phishing attempts, malware incidents, spoofing, and impersonation threats.<br>• Administer and optimize Proofpoint Essentials and related integrations to maintain strong protection across the messaging environment.<br>• Configure and maintain email security controls, including encryption settings, policy rules, and quarantine management processes.<br>• Lead initiatives involving Proofpoint enhancements, platform updates, and rollout of new security capabilities.<br>• Develop clear guidance and training materials for IT teams and end users on secure email practices and available protection tools.<br>• Support security awareness efforts by helping manage phishing simulation activities and user education programs.<br>• Collaborate with broader security operations by connecting email security insights with SIEM platforms and other enterprise security tools where applicable.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $100,000-$105,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><em>You know what’s awesome? PTO. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your PTO. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within. </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><em>The ideal candidate will leverage their analytical expertise and retail knowledge to provide actionable insights, manage financial reporting, and support business decision-making. This role requires a strong understanding of retail operations, financial planning, and accounting principles used in the retail industry.</em></p><ul><li>Complete various reports for accounting; itemize transactions on various reports into spreadsheets.</li><li>Conduct variance analysis on retail performance, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Analyze sales, margins, and inventory to provide insights that drive profitability</li><li>Assist in preparing annual budgets and financial forecasts, aligning with retail goals.</li><li>Monitor retail department budgets to ensure adherence and highlight variances</li><li>Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.</li><li>Manage general ledger accounting and ensure compliance with GAAP</li><li>Reconcile accounts related to retail operations, including inventory and accounts payable.</li><li>Track and analyze key retail metrics such as inventory turnover, foot traffic, and basket size.</li><li>Utilize retail POS systems to extract and analyze data.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to streamline accounting and reporting processes.</li><li>Enhance retail reporting systems to improve data visibility for stakeholders</li><li>Accounts Receivable:</li><li> - Process and reconcile all customer invoices and payments.</li><li> - Research and resolve customer billing inquiries and disputes.</li><li> - Maintain accurate customer account records.</li><li> - Prepare and analyze monthly accounts receivable aging reports.</li><li> - Assist in the collection of outstanding debts.</li><li>Accounts Payable:</li><li> - Process and reconcile vendor invoices and payments.</li><li> - Maintain accurate vendor records.</li><li> - Prepare and analyze monthly accounts payable reports.</li><li> - Research and resolve vendor payment discrepancies.</li><li> - Assist with vendor relations.</li><li>Sales Tax:</li><li> - Prepare and file monthly/quarterly sales tax returns accurately and on time.</li><li> - Maintain accurate sales tax records and reconciliations.</li><li> - Research and stay updated on sales tax laws and regulations.</li><li> - Assist with audits and tax examinations.</li><li>Developing spreadsheet.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to support payroll, timekeeping, and leave administration activities for a long-term contract position based in Chicago, Illinois. This role focuses on ensuring accurate pay-related data, maintaining compliance controls, and producing clear reporting across payroll and absence processes. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, careful attention to detail, and the communication skills needed to work effectively with employees, leaders, vendors, and internal partners.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate the collection, review, and submission of time, absence, and payment-related data to help ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.</p><p>• Examine payroll tax wages and related liabilities on a quarterly and annual basis, reconciling findings and identifying issues that require follow-up.</p><p>• Oversee leave of absence administration by tracking claim status, communicating with stakeholders, and confirming that records remain current across systems.</p><p>• Prepare reporting and analytics from payroll, timekeeping, and leave platforms to support operational decisions, compliance needs, and audit readiness.</p><p>• Review control documentation for each pay cycle and help maintain support for internal compliance requirements and financial reporting accuracy.</p><p>• Validate leave-related information between external vendors and HRIS records, including retroactive payments, return-to-work documentation, and job protection timelines.</p><p>• Import and confirm payment requests, review off-cycle payroll activity, and verify garnishment and third-party payment data for accuracy.</p><p>• Partner with payroll and technical teams on system updates, testing, troubleshooting, and post-implementation review when payroll-related changes are introduced.</p><p>• Monitor payroll and leave integrations, resolve processing errors or warnings, and help ensure data flows correctly between inbound and outbound systems.</p><p>• Support specialized payroll activities such as equity-related record updates, reduction-in-force tracking, and separation or severance documentation management.</p>
We are looking for a motivated early-career Data Analyst to support utility and sustainability-related data work for a long-term contract opportunity based in Chicago, Illinois. This position is ideal for an entry-level candidate or a detail-oriented individual who enjoys organizing complex information, improving data quality, and turning numbers into practical business insight. You will work closely with finance, real estate, and sustainability partners to help monitor utility spending, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support informed decision-making in a hybrid environment with three in-office days each week.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review and maintain large volumes of utility data, including invoices for services such as electricity, gas, water, and waste, to help ensure records are complete and accurate.<br>• Examine billing information against agreements and supporting documents to identify discrepancies, support reconciliations, and promote cost control.<br>• Clean, standardize, and organize data from multiple sources so it can be used reliably for tracking, analysis, and reporting.<br>• Assist with dashboards, summaries, and visual reports that present findings clearly to finance, real estate, sustainability, and leadership stakeholders.<br>• Prepare data for sustainability-related reporting, including utility consumption, emissions tracking, and other environmental performance measures.<br>• Document data sources, assumptions, and review steps to strengthen auditability, consistency, and internal controls.<br>• Partner with internal teams as well as outside vendors or utility providers to resolve data questions and improve reporting quality.<br>• Contribute to process improvements in invoice handling, data validation, and recurring analysis to make reporting more efficient over time.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Collections Specialist to support accounts receivable activities for a wholesale distribution organization in Addison, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position focuses on maintaining healthy aging balances, processing customer payments, and assisting with account review and follow-up. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with financial records, understands core accounting concepts, and can help reduce outstanding portfolio backlogs through accurate and timely collection support.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review aging reports regularly to identify overdue balances and prioritize collection efforts.</p><p>• Assist with reconciling customer accounts by researching discrepancies and matching payments to outstanding invoices.</p><p>• Process credit card payments accurately and ensure transactions are recorded correctly in the appropriate accounts.</p><p>• Support the resolution of backlog items across assigned portfolios through consistent follow-up and documentation.</p><p>• Apply knowledge of debits and credits when reviewing account activity and investigating payment issues.</p><p>• Work with accounts receivable information to help maintain accurate balances and improve collection performance.</p><p>• Use basic Excel functions to organize account details, track payment activity, and update collection records.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $22 to $27/hour, plus bonus. Benefits are available including medical, vision, and dental, and life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/resources. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Collections Specialist to join a wholesale distribution team in Oak Brook, Illinois on a Long-term Contract basis. This position focuses on maintaining accurate customer accounts by supporting collections, cash posting, credit activity, deductions review, and returns processing. The role is well suited for someone who can manage detailed transactional work, communicate effectively across teams, and help keep financial operations moving efficiently during busy periods.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Investigate open balances, short payments, and deduction claims to identify underlying issues and determine the appropriate resolution path.</p><p>• Manage a high volume of deduction items, keeping organized records and status updates in Excel for tracking and follow-through.</p><p>• Apply customer payments, including handling exceptions that require manual posting when transactions do not load automatically.</p><p>• Review bank-related posting issues, complete manual cash application tasks, and coordinate with technical teams to ensure finalized files are processed correctly.</p><p>• Enter and manage customer credit requests through the designated workflow system, ensuring approvals move forward in a timely manner.</p><p>• Issue approved credits, help reduce aging backlogs, and support related credit and rebill activity as business needs require.</p><p>• Record customer returns in the enterprise system through manual entry while maintaining accuracy and proper documentation.</p><p>• Work closely with internal departments and external business contacts to resolve questions related to balances, returns, deductions, and credit matters.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end close activities by making sure cash application, returns, deductions, and credit transactions are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $22 to $26.50/hour, plus bonus. Benefits are available including medical, vision, and dental, and life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/resources. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
We are looking for a Collections Specialist to support recovery efforts for consumer and commercial accounts within a banking environment in Merrillville, Indiana. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with strong experience managing collection activities, resolving delinquent accounts, and communicating effectively with customers to secure payment arrangements. The role requires someone who is detail oriented and can balance customer service with effective account resolution while maintaining compliance with established collection practices.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage a portfolio of past-due consumer and commercial accounts and take timely action to drive resolution.<br>• Contact customers by phone and written communication to discuss outstanding balances and establish appropriate repayment plans.<br>• Review account status, payment history, and supporting records to determine the best approach for collection activity.<br>• Maintain accurate documentation of account interactions, payment commitments, and follow-up actions in internal systems.<br>• Work closely with internal partners to address billing concerns, research discrepancies, and support account reconciliation.<br>• Monitor delinquency trends and prioritize collection efforts based on account risk and aging.<br>• Apply collection procedures in accordance with banking policies, regulatory expectations, and service standards.<br>• Assist with updates to collection records or workflow processes when system or operational changes affect account management.
We are looking for a Collections Specialist to join a business operations team in Lindenhurst, Illinois in a contract role with the potential to become permanent. This position is ideal for someone who can step in quickly, manage outstanding balances, and communicate professionally with families and residential accounts. The role supports daily collection activity while helping maintain accurate financial and census-related information within clinical and billing systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Contact account holders regarding past-due balances and guide conversations toward timely resolution.<br>• Review outstanding accounts, assess payment status, and help establish practical payment arrangements when appropriate.<br>• Support collection efforts tied to both billing and credit-related account activity across commercial and consumer balances.<br>• Enter and verify census updates, including admissions and discharges, to keep internal records current and reliable.<br>• Confirm financial resources and related account details to ensure collection activity is based on accurate information.<br>• Work closely with the office manager and administrative support staff to keep collection workflows organized and moving forward.<br>• Assist with billing follow-up and help address backlog created by delayed collection activity.<br>• Maintain clear documentation of account outreach, payment discussions, and next steps within the appropriate systems.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $85,000- $87,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p>Is your current job giving “all-work-no-play” when it should be giving “work-life balance + above market pay rates”? </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>The Accounts Payable (AP) Analyst manages the company’s outgoing expenses and ensures all invoices are processed and paid accurately, timely, and in compliance with company policies. This role is accountable for end-to-end AP processing, vendor relations, monthly reconciliations, and issue resolution, partnering closely with Accounting, Operations, and cross-functional teams. </p><p> </p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Primary Responsibilities: </strong></p><p>• Invoice Intake & Verification - Receive, review, and validate invoices and employee expense reports for accuracy, proper coding, approvals, and supporting documentation. </p><p>• Payment Processing - Prepare and execute payments (ACH, wires, checks) per company policy and schedule and in compliance with the company’s internal controls. </p><p>• Vendor Management - Maintain vendor master data (W-9s/1099 designations, banking instructions); respond to vendor inquiries; track and reconcile outstanding credit memos. </p><p>• Month-End Close Support - Reconcile AP subledger to the general ledger; prepare AP accruals; confirm payable reports to ensure amounts paid were accurate; support schedules for audits. </p><p>• Compliance & Controls - Uphold AP policies/procedures; support 1099 year-end reporting; contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives. </p><p>• Treasury – Support treasury activities by managing bank account maintenance, preparing and submitting bank documentation, coordinating responses to KYC inquiries, and monitoring bank account fees. </p><p>• Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with Accounting, Procurement, and business teams to resolve issues, improve cycle times, and sustain vendor relationships. </p><p>• Perform other duties as assigned. </p>
We are looking for a commercially minded Data Analyst to support procurement decision-making within a major real estate environment in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position focuses on turning complex procurement and supplier data into practical insights that improve sourcing strategy, performance visibility, and cost control. The role works standard Eastern Hours and partners closely with procurement, finance, and business stakeholders to strengthen reporting, automation, and data quality across the function.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create and refine Power BI dashboards that provide clear visibility into spend patterns, supplier results, contract activity, and key procurement measures.<br>• Examine procurement data across areas such as property services, facilities, construction, fit-out, and specialized services to uncover trends and improvement opportunities.<br>• Perform detailed spend and benchmarking analysis to highlight savings potential, strengthen category strategies, and support more informed purchasing decisions.<br>• Track compliance-related metrics, identify off-contract purchasing behavior, and prepare reporting that supports governance across procurement activities.<br>• Build and maintain scalable data workflows using Microsoft technologies, including Fabric, Data Factory, Dataflows Gen2, Databricks, and related cloud-based tools.<br>• Develop unified procurement datasets by combining information from enterprise platforms, contract systems, and supplier sources into reliable analytical models.<br>• Use SQL, Python, and PySpark to clean, structure, and transform large volumes of data for reporting and advanced analysis.<br>• Design automation solutions with Power Automate to reduce manual effort, improve accuracy, and increase team productivity.<br>• Work with procurement leaders, finance partners, and other stakeholders to translate business questions into meaningful analysis and present findings in a clear, business-focused way.<br>• Maintain documentation for data definitions, reporting logic, and governance standards while promoting data quality and self-service reporting adoption within the team.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead structured Kaizen cycles focused on throughput, quality and risk reduction.</li><li>Apply relevant Process Management tools (e.g. Lean/Six Sigma tools such as VSM (Value Stream Mapping), SIPOC (Supplier, Input, Process, Output, Customer), 5 Whys, Ishikawa).</li><li>Perform process mining and time‑and‑motion analysis.</li><li>Identify root causes of rework, delays, documentation errors and funding bottlenecks.</li><li>Design and develop To‑Be processes including clear role definitions, handoffs, and service-level expectations. As minimum expected is inclusion of RACI (Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed), SLAs and control points.</li><li>Analyze and document current (“as-is”) processes across all functions – e.g. origination, credit, operations, funding/treasury, and portfolio management.</li><li>Identify inefficiencies (benchmarking against other countries in the network, against the market), bottlenecks, error drivers, and compliance-related risks.</li><li>Support the creation and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs), process maps, and work instructions.</li><li>Serve as the primary process interface between functions (e.g., IT, Risk, Operations, Finance).</li><li>Align process and system requirements with Group standards while ensuring local regulatory and operational needs are met.</li><li>Facilitate cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on process changes, implementation steps, and responsibilities.</li><li>Translate business requirements into structured change requests for HQ IT teams, or external local providers.</li><li>Define functional requirements, expected outcomes, dependencies, acceptance criteria, and test scenarios.</li><li>Support prioritization of change requests and maintain transparency on timelines and delivery status.</li><li>Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) with local teams and document test results.</li><li>Ensure system enhancements support process design, reporting, compliance, and operational efficiency.</li><li>Monitor performance of external systems and service quality, maintaining communication and coordination with external providers (if such).</li><li>Translate gaps into OCR (Optical Character Recognition)/RPA (Robotic Process Automation) and workflow opportunities.</li><li>Build business cases with ROI and risk impact.</li><li>Define data quality rules and reporting requirements</li><li>Monitor and supervise process implementation across teams, ensuring adoption and operational consistency.</li><li>Track and manage implementation progress, risks, open issues, and mitigation actions.</li></ul><p><br></p>